Recycling Maintenance Specialist

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.  

When you join Rumpke, you’ll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.  

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

Recycling Maintenance Specialists are responsible for inspecting, analyzing, and troubleshooting systems and equipment in a plant. This position will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of the machinery and mechanical equipment. This includes performing regular services and maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting equipment breakdowns.

Responsibilities of Position:

• Install, repair, and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance
• Make minor repairs to equipment, such as replacing bearings and return rollers
• Perform typical repairs to the plant, including but not limited to gearbox, pulley, and shaft, and belt replacement
• Track daily work performed via the SAP work tracking process
• Continually monitor machinery and make necessary adjustments (s) to ensure proper operation
• Rebuild and replace shafts in the screeners
• Perform lacing repairs to the belts throughout the plant
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Complete all paperwork and/or electronic updates as required
• Regularly use heavy industrial shop tools and equipment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility:

• This position will not manage employees

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

• Good time management skills
• Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by performing and communicating in a manner that promotes good relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, and management
• Ability to work in a team and assist in plant repairs
• Ability to be trained to operate mobile equipment such as forklifts, man-lifts, and skid steer loaders
• Ability to comprehend and follow LOTO policies and procedures
• Must possess the decision-making ability to determine the level of hazard, proper PPE, and job planning to perform the task safely
• Comfortable with various heights
• Must possess necessary tools to perform assigned tasks

Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position:

• Advanced mechanical knowledge of industrial machinery Must be able to lay out metalworking projects Prior experience and knowledge with industrial electric and welding In-depth knowledge of system maintenance 
• Must complete man-lift and PIT training upon hire

Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday:

• Continuously lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 10 lbs
• Frequently lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 20 lbs
• Occasionally lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 50 lbs
• Rarely lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 100 lbs
• Frequently working inside and outside
• Continuously working in changing temperatures
• Occasionally working in wet/humid conditions
• Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter
• Frequently stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling
• Frequently climbing and/or balancing
• Occasionally sitting
• Frequently standing

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

• Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste
• Ability to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Valid driver’s license (if applicable)
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
• Must be able to read and speak the English language

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish an employment contract and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke’s policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.